antabbott

[antabbott]

"I guess that means you're very sweet," Anthony grinned, flirtatious by nature. He couldn't help that he was naturally charming. He didn't love the nickname Tony. In fact, he hated it, but he couldn't let Alara know that. Instead, he merely nodded, watching as she worked. Greta had recommended her bakeshop and Anthony was happy that he had sought it out. Maybe he'd bring Ela and Oliver here. "That looks amazing," he murmured as he thought about her question. "I have one on my back. It took over a month to heal. Hurt like a bitch." Anthony nodded towards one of the open tables. "How about this one?"

"I get called sweet a lot." Alara didn't mind. She had a bubbly personality that always kept a smile on her face. "Now I am curious what it would be like if you were trying." Her teeth sink down into her bottom lip before walking around to grab two plates to put an individual chocolate lava cake on each. "I like to be different. Everyone will call you Ant, and calling you Tony means we are on a more personal level with each other. You can make up a nickname for me. I won't mind." She comes back around, placing both on the counter, waving her wand above to warm it up, two forks appearing. "What is the worst burn mark you have and how did you get it." Her head nudges to a table, all of them free. "Where should we sit and talk?"

[antabbott]

"I'll have to pay her a visit then," Anthony confirmed, trusting Greta's opinion more than most. He'd always valued her as a friend and even viewed her like a little sister. "Really? I'll put it on my mantle and treasure it forever," he teased with a grin. His grin fell when she continued to call him safe. He wasn't, was he? Hell, he worked with dragons. That wasn't safe. Still, he decided to put up a small fight. "If you want me to eat moldy cheese, I will."

"Alara is a genius in the kitchen." Greta continued to sing her friends praises, her smile widening. "I'll send you a signed copy for your contribution." Where else would she have gotten dragon's milk to make cheese with? He was her point person for that and she appreciated it greatly. "Your words, not mine.."

[antabbott]

"You're too sweet. I wasn't even trying," he admitted with a boyish grin. Anthony had a natural charm to him. One that he had developed over the years somehow. It helped because most of the time he only had dragons to speak with. "I prefer Ant, but I suppose I could let you since you asked so nicely," Anthony murmured, finding Alara quite charming. Perhaps that was how she got her business by flirting with the customers. His eyes lit up at the mention of his work, always able to find the words when it came to dragons. "I do. It's pretty cool. Dangerous sometimes. I have a number of burns to show for it." The lava cake sounded amazing, so Anthony nodded enthusiastically. "That sounds perfect."

"Then, mister dashing smile, that would make any girl weak in the knees, you can have a slice of all of them." If he kept smiling at her the way he was, he could have everything in the shop. She could already feel the hearts forming in her eyes. He was pretty to look at. "Can I call you Toni?" Her elbows rest on the counter, her chin between them, had he put her under a spell? It was the mention of dragons that caught her attention and snapped her back. "Wait, you work with dragons? That is cool. You'll have to tell me more about what you do." Alara was fully invested in the conversation. "We can talk over chocolate cake. I think we will go with the lava cake. I'll have to warm it up"

[antabbott]

"Oh? Don't tempt me. That actually sounds amazing," Anthony murmured, making a mental note to make sure that he stopped by the bakery. He'd always had a sweet tooth and he knew that Oliver would probably love the sugar. "That's amazing! Let me know when it's coming out. I'll be first in line," Anthony promised with a boyish grin. The thought of mold in cheese grossed him out, but he knew he'd probably enjoy it if he didn't have to think about it. "You calling me safe, Catchlove?"

"That's great news! I'm glad you're staying! You should come over to Little Tart's bakeshop, my best friend opened a bakery in Diagon Alley and it's the best." Greta was always pushing Alara's shop, recommending it to whoever she saw. She was so proud of her best friend, that success should be celebrated. "I've been well, working on my book. It's coming along nicely. We wouldn't have such a huge variety of cheeses without mold. Credit where credit is due, my friend. Swiss is a nice cheese. Safe bet."

[antabbott]

Ela was Anthony's family and it wasn't just because of his best friend. He'd known Ela for as long as he had known Patrick. She'd always been close to his heart in one way or another. Whether she knew that or not.

"I can't wait to play with him and teach him all the things," Anthony murmured, a grin on his face, "He'll be doing circles around you before you know it." It was bittersweet because he knew it should be Patrick teaching his son. Anthony had played in school and he still played now every now and then for fun. He hoped Oliver would love the sport as much as they had.

He nodded, taking a step back so that she could get whatever work she needed done. When she squeezed his hand, he pulled her into another hug without hesitation. "I'm happy to be home," he replied, before letting her get to her work.

"A walk sounds nice. Lead the way," he murmured, gesturing ahead of them. The night was cool but not unbearable. Anthony kept a comfortable silence as they walked to the apartment, his hand hovering above Ela's lower back as they walked.

A warm feeling spread through Ela's body when Anthony mentioned that she was family too to him. She hadn't completely thought about it herself but it was true. He was family to her as well. He meant a lot to her which she only realised more now he was standing in front of her again. And by how much she had missed him.

"Just wait until he gets older, and the new toy brooms get higher. You do know you will have to be the one playing with him then, because I don't have any talent in my body regarding Quidditch." She loved watching it, always had done so in Hogwarts as well. She had often been cheering for Gryffindor to the annoyance of her own housemates in Hufflepuff.

"It's not a bother, let me quickly wrap up here and then we can go." For only a second Ela hesitated before reaching for his hand and softly squeezing it. "I truly am happy you are back, Ant. It wasn't the same without you here," she told him. The woman let go of his hand before quickly hugging him once more and then she moved into the back of the shop so she could finish up there and grab her stuff. It didn't take long before they were standing outside of the store once more.

"Are you okay with taking a walk to the apartment?"

[antabbott]

Since he was a child, Anthony had a sweet tooth. It wasn't much of a surprise that he had found himself inside a bakeshop under the guise of finding something for his sisters. Or maybe it had been Ela and Oliver he had been thinking about. Either way, he was here and he wasn't one to turn away free dessert. What kind of guy would he be if he did? A boring one, that was for sure.

"I'm not going to lie all of those sound amazing. How do people come in here and make decisions?" Anthony asked with a chuckle, his eyes flickering from the display and back to Alara. "Anthony, it's nice to meet you," he replied with a boyish grin. "I haven't been around much in the past couple of years. I was kind of traveling between dragon reserves."

There was something familiar about the wizard in front of her, but she was having a hard time placing a name to the face. That was okay to Alara, she was good at holding a conversation and getting to know new people.

"Chocolate and a cake." She hums softly, moving around to the display cake. "We have a chocolate lava cake, black forest, chocolate mousse, or I could make something new for you." The need to suddenly make something new hit her. "I'm Alara." The witch takes a second to glance him over, noting his attractiveness. "I don't think I've seen you around before."

[antabbott]

Owls weren't nearly the same as seeing the people that he had missed in person. Seeing Greta after all this time was nice. He had always tried to take care of her like a little sister. He had a fond spot for her in particular. "I just got in a few days ago. Trying to make my rounds. Looks like I'll be here to stay for a bit," Anthony replied with a grin, excited about the fact that he got to stay, "How have you been?" Anthony made a face when Greta commented about mold being in cheese. "Maybe don't lead with that. I guess if I had to choose my favorite would be swiss."

Greta hadn't seen Anthony for a couple of months, but there was no mistaking his large frame for someone else and her smile grew immediately. He'd always been kind to her, she didn't have any siblings but he felt like a big brother to her. "When did you get back into town?" She wondered before focusing back on her questionaire. "A lot of people have strong feelings about cheese. Mostly a dislike for blue cheese like you just showed. It's interesting. I think it's a mix of the flavor as well as the visuals, they think that it's gone bad because of the mold, but a lot of cheese has mold. It builds flavor and is totally safe to eat."

[antabbott]

For as long as he could remember, Anthony had a sweet tooth. He remembered sneaking sweets when he was at home and getting scolded by his mother. He remembered hoarding them in his room during his time at Hogwarts. He had gotten a bit better now, but he wasn't one to pass on them either.

"Chocolate always," Anthony replied with a grin, taking in the appearance of the girl in front of him. He wasn't sure that he recognized her, but then again, he was rarely in the country. "Let's go with cake. I think that sounds good right about now."

Alara took a moment to look the blonde wizard over, trying to see if she could place him from anywhere. He was dashing and lovely to the eyes. She was definitely not complaining that he was the last customer to come in for the night.

"Yes, you!" When he asked for her recommendation, she sort of went blank for a second before thought came back. "I need to know a few things. Chocolate or vanilla? The level of sweet you are looking for? Cookie, cake, or tart?"

[antabbott]

When Anthony had returned from Romania, Ela was the first person that had came to mind. He didn't think about it or what that might mean. He just needed to check on her. To make sure that she and Oliver were okay. It was his duty since Patrick died. It was nothing more than that. He wrote to his sisters almost as much as he did Ela (probably not). Their surprise could come the next day. He couldn't wait to see the shock on their face. But for now - Ela was his priority.

"Yeah, of course. You're my family too, Ela," Anthony replied without a second thought. It was the truth and he didn't think much before he spoke. It was something that usually got him into trouble. He chuckled at Ela's description of Oliver, more excited to see him by the minute. "I'm glad he loves the sport. I can't wait to see him play," Anthony grinned, excited to play the sport with him as well. He knew that if Patrick were still alive he'd be well chuffed. It was bittersweet.

Anthony nodded before Ela could even finish the question she was asking. He agreed without hesitation. "Yeah, I'd like that. If it isn't a bother, of course. I'd love to see Oliver," Anthony murmured, hoping that he wouldn't be intruding. "Ros and Bea can wait. I'll surprise them tomorrow."

"If I didn't like the surprise, I would not have been standing here while hugging you," Ela pointed out to the tall man in front of her. This was the best surprise she had gotten in quite some time. Yes, he still reminded her about Patrick so much, but he had become such a great friend since losing her husband... She had missed his presence more than she had expected she would.

Ela looked up at him in surprise when he told her that he hadn't seen his sisters yet. "You came to me before you're family?" Her voice gave away her surprise but also that she was touched by it. She had not expected that. She quickly tried to shake that as he asked about Oliver. "Of course he has been practising his Quidditch. He is flying through the living room on that toy broom Patrick got him and the miniature Quidditch set you gave me... Well, it is set up in the garden and I keep having to throw the Quaffle at him while he protects the hoops. It looks like he has a preference for the Keeper position. He will be happy that you're back since he knows you love Quidditch a lot too." No, the presents had been quite the best. With maybe the exception of the little miniature living dragon that had been send in a small wooden box. Oliver had loved it, Ela a little less after one of her plants had not survived it due to a fiery accident from the little dragon.

A wave of relief washed over Ela when Ant let her know the situation. He was going to be around. He was not leaving again soon and it made her smile. "That is really good to hear. Are you up for dinner tonight at my place? I'll cook something for all three of us. That is if you are sure you don't want to visit your sisters first?"

[antabbott]

Anthony couldn't describe how good it felt to see Ela in person. She could reassure him a million times over paper that she was okay but he could never believe her. He needed to see her face to face to know. Seeing her now, he was only reminded of how much he had missed her. Anthony loved his job. He loved taking care of and studying dragons. But she was more important to him now. Her and Oliver's well-being was his new purpose.

"What? You don't like the surprise?" He teased, pretending to wince when she swatted at him. His expression fell slightly when she mentioned his sisters. They were going to kill him for not telling them that he was back. "Don't say anything if you see them. I hadn't told them either. They'll be my first stop tomorrow." At the mention of Oliver, his grin widened. Anthony was torn up about the fact that he hadn't been around to watch him grow. He only had the various pictures. "I can't wait to see him. I brought him a gift. Has he been practicing his quidditch?"

He met her gaze when she asked the question he knew was coming. With his job, Anthony was constantly traveling. "I'm staying around for good this time. Well, as much as I can. I'll be working at the reserve in Wales when I go back but they'll let me come home at night at least."

It were simple words but they were very reassuring. He was right there. He was standing in front of her once more and she could actually embrace him. Talk to him face to face instead of over paper. Ela took in a deep breath before slowly letting go of him, being able to look him in the eyes, the smile still plastered on her face.

"This definitely is a surprise, Ant," she said to him, softly swatting him against his chest as an answer as well. Her dark eyes scanned over him to see if another scar was added to the pile he already had or if he was still the same as before. The latter seemed to be the matter. "Your sisters are going to love seeing you again. Oh, and so will Oliver. He has been missing you. And he has grown quite a bit." Ela fell quiet for a moment, as she suddenly thought of something.

"For how long will you be home?"

[antabbott]

Anthony had been back in town for a few days and he was his best to remember what it was like to live a normal life. One in which he wasn't constantly surrounded by animals that were considered dangerous. He'd still work at a reserve but this one was closer to home. He was lost in his own thoughts when he was interrupted by Greta. Anthony immediately offered her a grin, happy to see her. "For you? Anything," Anthony teased her, before thinking about her question. "Am I supposed to have a favorite? I like them all. Well, except for blue cheese."

location: anywhere status: open for all!

While Greta had come up with several charms and recipes and had gathered those over the years, she had mostly gone of her own taste and popularity of cheese. However, she wanted to branch out a bit and thought it would be best to go to the consumers directly. Everyone had a different preference after all. "Hello, do you have a moment to answer a couple of questions for me? It shouldn't take longer than a few minutes. I promise. If you could just tell me your favorite type of cheese and why you prefer it to other cheeses I would greatly appreciate it."

[antabbott]

Anthony had only been back in town for a few days. It was always an adjustment when he came back, but this time he told himself that he was here to stay. Well, at least until Ela didn't need him around any longer. He wondered how long that would take. When she would tire of him constantly checking in. He walked slowly taking in the sights around him before deciding to check out a bakery he hadn't seen before.

"What? Me?" He asked, surprised at the girl's greeting. Was it really that late? Anthony should have looked at the time first. Looking over the display case, his gaze returned to Alara. "What do you recommend?"

where: little tart bakeshop who: open

It was five minutes until the shop closed and Alara was behind the display class, pulling out some of the cakes, ready to wrap them up and clean inside, when she heard the door open. Her head pops out and a bright smile spreads on her lips.

"You are the lucky customer that gets your choice of anything left over for free?" She moves around towards the counter where she can be seen. "What sweet are you craving?"

[antabbott]

There had been a time in his life when traveling was all that Anthony wanted to do. He wanted to see the world and all the things that it could offer him. Wanted to see and care for all of the different species of dragons. For a long time, it had been fulfilling. It had been everything he could ask for and more. But now? During this trip to Romania, he couldn't help but feel like something was missing. Hell, he had even argued when he got the assignment. He didn't want to leave Ela or Oliver, but he didn't have a choice.

The assignment had been a couple of months, but now - he was back. Anthony was back and he didn't plan on leaving again anytime soon.

He knew that he should have told someone he was back. His sisters would have a right go at him. He didn't care. His first stop was Flourish and Blotts. They'd written to each other while he was away but it wasn't the same as seeing her in person and making sure that she was okay. He felt a sense of duty to Ela now with Patrick gone. Anthony needed to take care of Ela and Oliver. He stood in the window, watching for a brief second before he walked inside the shop.

"You're kicking me out?" He asked, his voice low and teasing as he waited for her to realize who he was. It wasn't long before she launched herself at him and Anthony caught her in a hug.

He wrapped his arms around her, bending over slightly to meet her height. "I'm here," he murmured into her hair, finally feeling at ease for the first time in months. "Sorry I didn't tell you, I wanted it to be a surprise. Surprise?"

Starter for: Anthony Abbott & Ela Wood ( @antabbott ) Location: Flourish & Blotts

With the help of her wand, Ela moved the last book onto the highest shelf in the store. Stocking up the books was not one of the most fun things to do with a store that had shelves from floor to ceiling but magic made it easier. The day was nearly at the end and she could not wait to go home and see Oliver again. She was grateful for the many people in her surroundings that would help her babysit, look after her son so she could take care of him. Both caringwise and financially.

The doorbell rang and with her eyes on the book in the eyes, Ela started speaking. "I'm sorry, we are closing down for the day, I am going to have to ask you to leave," she exclaimed. The woman lowered her wand before turning around and that made her stop in her tracks. She hadn't seen the blonde giant in the store for months and a wave of relief washed over her to be seeing him again.

Before Ela fully realised, she moved towards Ant and wrapped her arms around his neck, which was quite the task seeing as he was surely 7 inches taller than her. "You are actually here, I can't believe it," she said, a smile forming on her lips. A genuine smile and happiness. Two things she hadn't felt in quite some time but they were happening right now. "Why didn't you tell me that you were coming back?"

[antabbott]

Is that ANTHONY ABBOTT stepping out into Diagon Alley? Ministry records tell us that they were born on 12 FEBRUARY and are a 28 year old, HALF-BLOOD who works as a DRAGONOLOGIST. Some have said that they can be described as being BRAVE, ADVENTUROUS, & PASSIONATE, however, they also see themselves as being RASH, HOT-HEADED, & CLUMSY. Apparently, HE look(s) a lot like DEREK THELER, whoever that is, and if they had to pick a side in the war, they would choose to JOIN THE ORDER.

BASIC INFORMATION

FULL NAME: Anthony James Abbott NICKNAME: Ant (preferred), Tony (only if you want to get under his skin) GENDER: Cismale SEXUALITY: Bisexual, biromantic DATE OF BIRTH: 12 February AGE: 28 OCCUPATION: Dragonologist BLOOD STATUS: Half-Blood LOYALTY: The Order SCHOOL: Hogwarts House: Gryffindor WAND TYPE: 11 inches, holly, dragon heartstring PATRONUS: Dragon BOGGART: Suffocation AMORTENTIA: The smells of smoke, leather, the sea & licorice

APPEARANCE

FACE CLAIM: Derek Theler NOTABLE FEATURES: Various scars and burns from his work with dragons BODY MODIFICATIONS: Has a tattoo of a Peruvian Vipertooth on his back HEIGHT: 6'5 PINTEREST: tba RELATIONS PARENTS: tba SIBLINGS: Rosmerta Abbott (sister), Beatrice Abbott (sister) CHILDREN: n/a RELATIONSHIP STATUS: Single

PERSONALITY

ZODIAC: Aquarius MBTI ALIGMENT: ESFJ MORAL ALIGNMENT: Lawful neutral CLASSICAL ELEMENT: Fire LOVE LANGUAGE: Physical touch, quality time POSITIVE TRAITS: Brave, adventurous, passionate NEGATIVE TRAITS: Rash, hot-headed, clumsy

BIOGRAPHY

anthony is the last of the abbott siblings and the baby. he grew up in awe of his sisters and is extremely protective of them

he was placed in gryffindor during his time at hogwarts and it fit him to a tee

anthony quickly took a liking to care of magical creatures and grew fond of dragons specifically. however, he initially just thought it would be a hobby

he met his best friend patrick wood in his first year and they became best friends quickly. shortly thereafter he met ela and immediately had a thing for her. he backed down when finding out his best friend had feelings and never uttered a word about what he might have felt.

however, he initially thought he would be an auror but quickly learned that the career path wasn't for him. he didn't have the marks nor the personality for it.

anthony traveled for a year or two post hogwarts and eventually took up a job as a dragonologist and did a lot of traveling to learn what he could

he chose to join the order without a second thought; knowing that he was doing the right thing

when patrick died, anthony blamed himself; wondering if he could have changed anything. after this, he made a promise to himself to protect ela and oliver and do anything for them

WANTED CONNECTIONS

rivals (friendly vs not) childhood friends former hogwarts friends coworkers exes (flings, relationships, etc) more !!

[antabbott]